SF Line 71 Back on Track After Richmond Detour
Line 71 buses resume normal route after police activity caused detours on Macdonald Avenue
Line 71 Resumes Normal Route After Richmond Delay
Line 71 buses in the San Francisco-San Jose metro area have returned to their regular route after police activity temporarily disrupted service in Richmond. Transit officials confirmed the restoration on February 2, with all stops along Macdonald Avenue now accessible to riders. The incident had forced buses to bypass several stops during the morning commute, affecting passengers who rely on the route to reach Richmond Pkwy. Transit Center.
Service Disruption Details
The police activity forced buses to detour around a section of Macdonald Avenue between 23rd Street and 21st Street earlier in the day, according to the transit agency. Riders who typically use stops in that area had to find alternative boarding locations during the disruption. Transit officials classified the situation as high severity due to its impact on regular commuter patterns. Specific details about the nature of the police activity weren't provided by the agency.
Route Operations Normalized
All stops along the affected section of Macdonald Avenue are now back in service, transit officials said. The agency announced the restoration through its social media channels, confirming that Line 71 buses have resumed their standard routing to Richmond Pkwy. Transit Center. Officials didn't specify how many riders were affected by the temporary detour or how long the disruption lasted before normal operations resumed.
Return to Regular Schedule
Service returned to normal operations on February 2 after police activity in the area was resolved, according to the transit agency. Officials said buses are following their regular route and stopping at all designated locations along Macdonald Avenue. The agency didn't provide a specific timeline for when the disruption began or how long detours were in effect before the all-clear was given.
Rider Information and Updates
Passengers using Line 71 can expect normal service along the full route, though officials advised riders to check for any residual delays as operations fully normalize. The transit agency said it communicated the service restoration through its social media channels. Riders can access real-time updates and route information through Moovit to stay informed about current service conditions on Line 71 and other routes in the San Francisco-San Jose metro area.
